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The Royally Common Romance Meme

♕ The Royally Common Romance Meme ♔

❝And I tell you truly, Daenerys, there is no man in all the world who will ever be half so true to you as me.❞

Inspired by an anon comment on rpanons ages ago about a PSL they'd like to play.

Heavy the head that wears the crown, they say, and little could be more true. Of course, there is glamor in the life: power, privilege, lavish feasts, fine clothes...if your monarchy is doing well, that is. But there are also struggles that few others would understand, such as life or death decisions that need to be made to protect your kingdom at best and being a mere puppet with no real power at worst. At the very least, you're lonely. Certainly there are people around you at all times to protect and serve you, yet they aren't truly companions. They're no one you can talk to.

Well, not no one. Not completely. There is one person who's allowed close to you. Perhaps they're even allowed to be alone with you. A trusted advisor, a handmaid, a knight, a court jester, whatever they are, their companionship and support may leave you wanting those peaceful moments and lingering glances to mean...more.

And what if you are the other side, someone without royal birth offering your service to your highness? You may have been born into this life, forced into it, or gave yourself to it willingly. It could be much, much worse - at least you and your charge have a good relationship, to the point that you might do anything for them. Have your feelings for them always been more inappropriate than they should, or is this a new feeling? And such feelings - they can't be returned, can they? Or you could see your charge as the human that they are rather than an ideal. Does that mean you can give them the best advice and service you can? And what of their duties to marry and continue their line? Will you step back and let them be bound to another?

Then there are the pressures of the throne. The most innocent could be corrupted by power, and you would be in no position to stop them, no matter how it pained you to see the one you cared for twisted and become a wholly different person.

To allow anything to blossom between the two of you is risky and perhaps even deadly. Not even royalty can put a stay to an execution of someone who's, for all intents and purposes, committed treason by becoming emotionally compromised. All the same, it may be worth it, in the end. Royalty, after all, has a short shelf life, and the head on the spike may be the one wearing the crown.

HOW TO PLAY

Comment with your character and preferences, any relevant info, and what role you'd like to play, royal or not. You might also want to include if you're open to smut.

Reply to others.

Let your imagination guide you! Stolen moments, keeping secrets, battle plans, discussions about ruling filled with double meaning, jealousy, learning about arranged marriages, just spending time together, or being able to do nothing as your love turns into an evil queen/king are just a few ideas.

~~My other possible picture for this meme was Eridan and Feferi before I settled on Dany and Jorah so there must be a theme.~~ I did it for OP.

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[Considering how shy she is in canon, I am open for early relationship things with her, unless you can come up with a really good set up.]

[It was always a big runaround, inducting new clans into Konoha. Still, new blood was new blood, and it was always a welcome thing. There was just the matter of testing out if these newcomers were compatible with life in the village. What better way than to have an envoy stay with one of the more prominent families?]

Uh...Hello.

[He was stuck in silence for a moment before giving an awkward bow to the girl.]

My name is Akira, son of the Inugami clan alpha, Hakone. Please take good care of me. I'll try to be as little trouble as possible.

[She'd been surprised when Tsunade-sama had okayed the addition of a new clan to the Konoha area. Even more surprising was that her father had okayed the Inugami heir visiting their complex. The Hyuuga were easily one of the more secretive clans in the village, allowing few insiders in at any time.

Since the last war, however, Hiashi had loosened up a little with the loss of Neji and the reemergence of his long-dead twin brother for that short period of time.

When she was addressed by the tall teen, Hinata tried her best not to freeze and to remind herself that she was her father's heir, the one day leader of her clan. It was her duty to make sure their guest was comfortable and to treat him with the respect he deserved.

After a mental kick, she blushed and bowed back in his direction, speaking only when she was sure that her voice would be steady.]

Welcome to the Hyuuga complex, Inugami-kun. I am Hinata. I hope that you enjoy your stay with us.

I was told that you could give me a good tour of the grounds. Is that okay with you?

[He shifted around just a bit in his outfit, unused to the fine silks that he'd been given for his introduction. The clothing of his people was coarse, built more for their rugged daily lives than any sort of visual aesthetic.]

I've heard that your clan produces strong warriors. Are you one of them?

There are certain parts of the complex that I cannot take someone who is not a clan member. I hope that you can understand this.

[She stood up from her bow, making sure that her face was impassive.]

I am the heir of the head of my clan. I earned that right, not through birth but by proving myself worthy of the title.

I've always known ninja were a secretive bunch. Doesn't much bother me, really.

[He flashed her a quick grin as he cracked his neck a few times.]

Fantastic! Maybe we can spar, sometime. I'm eager to see what you guys can dish out.

Thank you.

[She left that part of their conversation there, her attention taken with the casual way he just assumed she'd want to spar with him. Especially with the way that her personal bodyguard was now glaring holes into the brazen young man's head.]

Perhaps, if I can find the time. However, I believe you would be better suited to try one of my other clansmen. Ko-san might be up for a training session.

So I hear there's a lot of rumor goin' on about my clan. Is there anything that you've heard? You got any questions for me?

[As they walked, he memorized every sight, sound, and scent around him, forming a mental layout of the place. His people were untrusting of regular humans by nature, and it had taken considerable bravery just to take things this far.]

Rumors are something that I rarely pay attention to, to be honest. There are many that circulate the village at any one time and most are false. It is better to merely ask what it is that is wished to be known and be done.

[It was a bold statement for her, normally so timid and soft-spoken, but she held no love for the rumors that went around the village. Not that she condemned those who gossiped. It was a human failing, but as a Hyuuga, she was supposed to be above the other clans.]

I have heard, from a reliable source, that you are not fully human. [Kiba had been a little stunned to share that information with her and Shino before being called back to the Inuzuka clan to deal with these newcomers.]

And that your scent was closer to that of a wolf. [Shino's contribution to their conversation. His bugs had been going a little nuts with the strange smells.]

[Rock Lee has struggled to be a valiant knight, despite his lack of natural skills. He has failed often in the past, but through his hard work he has managed to earn a position within the palace. And he has built up a strong bond with the princess, Hinata.

Lee has just returned from being away on an arduous mission in a foreign land. He was gone so long - and came so close to death - that he has come to realize the truth of what lies in his heart. But... he should not voice this, should he? It would be improper.

He still had to see her, regardless. And make sure that she's okay. So he spends some time examining the palace to find her. Now, he checks the royal garden.]

[Hinata had tried valiantly to ignore the way her heart pounded any time that the sweet, but clumsy knight was around. She admired his willingness to work to earn his position, from page to squire to knight.

When he'd left the court to accomplish the latest mission her father had given him and a handful of other knights, she'd had trouble sleeping. Her maids had thought it was because of the blond knight, Naruto, but they'd kept their good-natured teasing to a minimum.

The garden was the only place where she felt at peace. The smell of the flowers was something she liked to let take over her while she let her brain drift and the sun bathe her skin with its warmth. It was there that he'd find her if he returned home to the capital.]

[It's quiet and peaceful. Very tranquil in the expansive and beautiful garden. Normally he was used to high-paced energy, a quality that was further encouraged by his eccentric mentor. But something about this tranquility, especially after that stressful mission, seemed comforting to him.

He takes in the sounds as he gazes around. Finally, he spots her. A fond smile immediately crosses his face, and everything feels so warm again, for what seems like the first time in a long time. He hurries his pace to reach her, his heart swelling with emotion.]

Ah... Miss Hinata-sama!

[She turns at the sound of her name being called, smile turning from soft to brilliant in a matter of seconds. It was if the mere thought of him had summoned him to her.

Her eyes take in a quick inventory of any possible injuries to him, glad to see that he is well, physically at least.]

Sir Lee! I am pleased to see that you have returned to the capital.

[She could say that. It was proper. It was within the boundaries.]

[There's some soreness and bruising, but nothing that's visible. And seeing Hinata smile like that? It makes him feel invincible.]

I... I am pleased to return as well!

[He blushes. Could she really be smiling to see someone as lowly as him? Surely her kindness knew no boundaries. And surely these improper feelings were all the more inappropriate in the face of that.

And he makes the most proper bow he can manage.]

I am honored to be in your presence again! I am honored to return to your service!

[She looks down at her slippered feet, trying her hardest not to flush at what he's said.]

Your presence is most welcome. Have you had time to eat and rest since your arrival?

[She hopes that he has, as it would be rude and improper for him to go without sustenance and rest after such a hardened mission for the crown if she kept him from doing so.]

Ah... [He frets, while trying to look confident.[

I have not exactly performed either since my arrival. You see, I... [He had to see her again.] I thought that it would be proper to report to you first! I assure you, I still have youthly energy to spare! [But he may look somewhat more weary than usual.]

[It is a lost cause and her cheeks flame as his words sink in.]

A-ah, well, I will be happy to take your report, Sir Lee, while you at least partake in a little repast. [Ko, one of her personal guards, steps forward and smiles at the two of them.] Please bring a small meal for our weary traveler.

[His mouth opens in surprise and he gives a light bow towards the personal guard, then he sniffles as he looks back towards Hinata.]

Miss Hinata-sama... You are too kind! I do not wish to trouble you or your personal guards... [How he wishes he was one of those personal guards who spent so much time near her - no, what was he thinking? That could only make things worse! And now he was just making a fuss.]

[Her embarrassment recedes a little in all the fuss that Lee is making and she smiles gently. She's suddenly very glad that she can fall back on all the training she's received over the years from her parents.]

Please, sit. You must be tired after your long travels. When Ko returns, you may eat and drink. Only then will I listen to your report.

[Though her voice is soft and gentle, there's a layer of steel underneath it to let him know just how serious she is about his comfort as well. It was more than just a little important to her.]

Ah... [He gives a quiet nod.] If that is your will, I shall obey it! [To think she'd look out so much for someone as insignificant as him. He gives a quick bow before he locates a spot to sit down at.]

[Ignoring the way her heartbeat picks up as he sits and she takes a spot close to him, she keeps her face schooled into a look of curious detachment. It's only ruined by the slightest hint of color in her cheeks and the trembling of her hands as she clasps them in her lap.]

You must have met many others in your travels. Were...were there any in particular that were very interesting?

[Nope. Not jealous. Not at all. Merely...curious.]

[Lee gets a slight blush in his cheeks as well, from her sitting near him. But with the timing, it could be easy to assume he is blushing from the question. Are her hands trembling? It's hard to say. He nervously goes on.]

Ah... There were a number of people who were interesting to me. [He tries to think of something Hinata could find interesting.] In one town, there a lady who was able to spar with me to a standstill!

[She stares at him in mute silence as she tries to process that. Lee was the best knight in the kingdom, outside of her personal guard. For him to have been brought to a standstill was something unheard of.]

I...What was she like, this woman? She must have been amazing to manage such a feat.

Ah, how to describe her...? [He taps his chin. His memory's kind of vague, but he embellishes it so that it will sound impressive for the princess.] She was a whole foot taller than me, with radiant red hair! She knew mysterious foreign arts that could level walls with ease! I never faced such an opponent, and I would hope not to on the battlefield.

Of course... with more hardwork, I can be victorious!

[Hinata listens carefully, delighted to hear of someone so strong and vastly different from herself.]

Did you speak to her outside of your fight? I would very much like to meet such a person.

[Her hands are no longer trembling and her flush has gone from the coloring of one embarrassed to one excited beyond measure.]

I am certain that you will soon be the victor, Sir Lee. There is no better knight in the kingdom.

The Royally Common Romance Meme

Hyuuga Hinata | Naruto | Royalty

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